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Australasian Grebe

Tachybaptus novaehollandiae

Photo by LeonieGreiner
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Description:

The Australasian Grebe is lobe toed waterbird that is found all over Australia and is more likely to dive under water to escape notice. Usually found in pairs.

Habitat:

Freshwater lakes and dams, sometimes brackish water, only rarely on saline water.

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